Welder
Company
Go-Staff Skilled Construction & Building Trades
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Job Type
Full-time
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Job Description
Looking to hire experienced Welders!
Applicants must be able to use electrical currents to create heat and bond metals as well as cut and trim metals.
Applicant must be able to supervise machines that perform automated welding tasks, as well as operate machines that feed wire to bond materials
. Also, as a welder you must be able to connect copper plumbing pipes and thinner metals manually. Tools and transportation are required
Knowledge or processes and symbols a must
Certification pref but not mandatory.
Please submit your resume
PAY: DOE
#ZR
#FullTime
#Construction/SkilledTrade
Applicants must be able to use electrical currents to create heat and bond metals as well as cut and trim metals.
Applicant must be able to supervise machines that perform automated welding tasks, as well as operate machines that feed wire to bond materials
. Also, as a welder you must be able to connect copper plumbing pipes and thinner metals manually. Tools and transportation are required
Knowledge or processes and symbols a must
Certification pref but not mandatory.
Please submit your resume
PAY: DOE
#ZR
#FullTime
#Construction/SkilledTrade
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the median hourly wage for welders in the United States as of January 2026 including overtime rates?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the median hourly wage for welders at $28.45 as of January 2026 with time-and-a-half overtime required after 40 hours under FLSA rules. Welders in manufacturing earn an additional $4.20 per hour on average for night shifts. Annual median earnings reach $59,176 for full-time roles.
How many hours per week can welders legally work in the United States without overtime pay in 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor sets the standard workweek at 40 hours with overtime at 1.5 times the regular rate required after that threshold in 2026. Welders on federal contracts receive double time for hours over 48 in a workweek. Paid sick leave of up to 56 hours annually applies under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act extensions.
What education and experience are required to qualify for welder jobs in the United States in 2026?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics states a high school diploma plus 6-12 months of postsecondary welding training or apprenticeship is required for 2026 entry-level positions. Three years of documented experience is mandatory for structural welding roles under AWS D1.1 standards referenced by DOL. Certification in SMAW or GMAW processes must be completed before hire.
What documents are required to apply for welder positions through U.S. Department of Labor registered apprenticeships in 2026?
Applicants must submit Form ETA-671, high school transcripts, and proof of U.S. work authorization to DOL-registered programs by March 2026 deadlines. A valid driver's license and negative drug test results from a SAMHSA-certified lab are mandatory. Background checks via FBI fingerprinting are required for nuclear or pipeline welding tracks.
